Putin and Trump Hold 50-Minute Call on Escalating Israel-Iran Conflict, Urge Caution and Dialogue

In a high-level diplomatic exchange amid rising global tensions, Russian President Vladimir Putin held a 50-minute phone call with former U.S. President Donald Trump to discuss the intensifying conflict between Israel and Iran. The Kremlin confirmed the call, stating that Putin strongly condemned Israel’s ongoing military operations against Iranian targets, warning that the offensive risked triggering broader regional instability.

The Russian leader reportedly emphasized the "unacceptable humanitarian consequences" of the strikes and reiterated Moscow’s call for de-escalation and restraint by all parties involved.

Trump, who is widely speculated to be positioning for a return to the White House in 2025, described the unfolding events as “very alarming,” expressing deep concern over the potential for a full-scale regional war. He echoed the need for diplomatic solutions and stressed the importance of avoiding further civilian casualties.

Both leaders acknowledged the growing urgency of renewed negotiations around Iran's nuclear program, hinting that a diplomatic channel could be reopened despite the current hostilities. This comes as the international community watches closely, with fears mounting over the implications for global energy markets and security.

The call is one of the most significant private discussions between two former or current world leaders since Israel’s recent preemptive strikes on Iran’s nuclear and military infrastructure, which have already drawn a range of global reactions.